Panasonic TS25 vs Sony HX50V
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Panasonic TS25 vs Sony HX50V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2013
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT25
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Announced April 2013
- Previous Model is Sony HX30V

Panasonic TS25 vs Sony HX50V Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Panasonic TS25 versus Sony HX50V, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the TS25 (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TS25 was revealed 3 months before the HX50V and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the TS25 grades vs the HX50V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic TS25 vs Sony HX50V Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS25 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Sony HX50V
TS25 | HX50V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Panasonic TS25
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS25 and Sony HX50V
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | April 2013 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Panasonic TS25 vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic TS25 provides outer dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic TS25 versus Sony HX50V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the TS25 vs the HX50V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TS25 and HX50V is 95 and 89 respectively.

Panasonic TS25 vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS25 and HX50V.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX50V to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.

Panasonic TS25 vs Sony HX50V Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS25 vs Sony HX50V Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT25 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2013-04-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 2920 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | XtraFine LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 144g (0.32 lbs) | 272g (0.60 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 400 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $180 | $439 |